Apple Authorized Service Provider Program

The Apple Service Provider program is designed for companies interested in offering service to Apple customers, whether they are consumers, businesses, educational institutions or government organizations. Authorized Apple Resellers and businesses that specialize in service, but do not resell Apple finished goods products, are both able to apply for Apple Service Provider authorization.

Universities and colleges may apply for Service Provider authorization to deliver repair services to their students. Educational institutions who wish only to repair their own equipment should apply to the Self-Servicing Program. All repairs covered under warranty must be performed by Apple-certified technicians.

Types of Service Provider

There are two main types of Service Provider:

Authorized Service Providers, companies which are Authorized to provide repair services to all Apple customers.

Limited Service Providers, companies and organizations which operate under limited service agreements which allow service for specific customers or specific Apple products as defined in the Limited Service Provider agreement.

Who can apply for Service Provider status?

Resellers, service companies and educational institutions in countries where Apple has a direct service presence may apply for Apple Service Provider authorization. Individuals or sole traders may not apply.

What are the requirements for Service Provider status?

Business requirements Organizations applying for Service Provider status are required to have been in operation for a reasonable period, with audited financial records available for review by Apple. A credit line is required and must be agreed with the Apple Finance team in the appropriate region. The organization should actively promote the Apple brand as part of their business along with AppleCare service and support products.

Applicants who do not meet these requirements may still apply if there are special circumstances, as each application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Premises The organization must maintain a commercial walk-in service location with dedicated service personnel in an easily accessible location. The premises must include a clean and presentable reception area for customers who require a walk-in service, and a secure workshop area for repairs, storage of parts and incoming units for repair. A residential address is not acceptable as a Service Location unless agreed by specific arrangement.

Technician Certification Service Providers are required to use Apple Certified Macintosh Technicians when conducting diagnostics, Covered Repairs, modifications, alterations and upgrades on Apple products. For every thirty Apple repairs conducted each week, a service provider should employ at least one Certified Technician.

Operational requirements Service Providers are required to meet Apple’s standards at all times with regard to service levels, certification of technicians and availability of service to customers. Apple typically audits and reviews Service Providers to ensure these high standards are consistently met.

To Apply

Please submit an email to AASPapplication@apple.com providing all critical pieces of information below:

Legal business name (Inc. DBA if applicable) under which the business conducts its operations.

Relevant contact information, including

Principle/owner

Location address (Note: Apple does not consider home offices or PO Boxes)

Location phone number

website

Disclaimers

Apple will not consider applications that do not meet the Apple Authorized Service Provider program requirements

Meeting program requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program

Apple reserves the right to reject any application without comment

Apple will not consider applicants that use Apple trademark terms as part of any company name or web pages. For more information, please go to Apple Trademark Terms